Assesment of Internal Audit Practice

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Chapter One Introduction 1.1 Background of the study An audit is the examination and checking of financial statements by auditor or accountant who do not participate during the preparation. The process includes an examination of the evidence from which the final revenue accounts and balance sheet, or other statements of an organization have been prepared, in order to determine the true image of the summarized transaction for the period and the financial statement of the organization at the end date that enables the auditor to report. The objective of the audit of financial statements by the independent auditor is the expression of an opinion regarding fairness of presentation of financial position, results of operation, and cash flow in conformity with generally accepted accounting principles. The practice of internal auditing has evolved to meet the needs of entities. Many small, medium and large size entities have internal audit practice implemented by either internal auditor or accountancy based. Expansion in operations and employees number demanded for internal auditors who can provide assurances that financial, compliance, and operational control are working properly and that the organization is achieving its objectives. (Johannes &Engida, 2009) 1.2 Statement of the problem In modern times, an internal auditor carries a new task. The traditional function of checking the arithmetical correctness of the accounts with the help of vouchers and documents and verification of few items such as stock, cash and fixed assets is not sufficient. The main aim of good internal auditing is to verify the correctness and authenticity of the financial records and statistical records presented to the management as well as to ensure that the standard accounting practices are strictly followed in the organization. A good internal auditing should also facilitate an early

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